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March 2024 by Elaine W
The Aloha Guest House is hands down the most amazing BnB experience we’ve ever had, bar none. My husband and I stayed in the Halawi Room for four nights and did not want to leave. Other reviews have called the five acre grounds paradise and it really is. We loved taking strolls through the beautiful trees (mango, calamansi limes, surinam cherry, lychee, just to name a very small few) and saying hi to the happiest chickens.Our room came with the most stunning view (there’s nothing quite like waking up to the sun rising above the waters), the BEST shower and access to a spacious and screened lanai, one of our favorite spots for reading and watching the sunset. The room is super clean and luxurious and had really thoughtful touches like waffle cotton robes and slippers.If this review sounds like praise after praise, it’s because what Lee and Svetlana have done here is what I think people dream about when they stay at BnBs. There is craft and beauty everywhere. Just a few examples are the quadruple water filtering system they’ve set up so that water from every faucet is deliciously drinkable and left my hair SO soft; the vanilla extract in the homemade banana bread that Svetlana makes from manually pollinating each vanilla flower, and the beautiful landscaping so that every view from every window is breathtaking.A last few things to note, what every review says about the quality of the food here is absolutely true. We found Svetlana’s cooking to ruin us for breakfast anywhere else on the island. They served a variety of fruits from their farm, some of which I had never tasted (jaboticaba, sapote) and others I’d had before, but never realized could taste this good (starfruit and their many kinds of citrus). This fruit is just part of an amazing farm to table experience - beautiful golden yolk eggs and homemade jams and yogurt. Also they have all the amenities available for our daily excursions e.g. beach towels, boogie boards, snorkeling equipment, etc. Lee and Svetlana are also wealths of knowledge, we learned so much about the history of the island, and gardening from them both.We hope everyone has the opportunity to stay here, it’s truly so unique and special.
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February 2024 by aditi reddy
My husband and I had a wonderful time staying at the Aloha guesthouse. The rooms are immaculate and the view is stunning. It is conveniently located near Captain cook and all the great snorkeling spots are close by. The property is a 5-acre fruit farm and Lee was gracious enough to give us a tour. The best part of stay has to be Svetlana’s breakfast. I used to wake up excited about what we would have for breakfast that day :) It is truly a tropical paradise. I would love all my friends and family to experience Lee and Svetlana’s hospitality.
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September 2023 by Petra Schwarz
The best hotel I've ever been to! And that is thanks to the hosts Lee and Svetlana, who run this hotel with such great commitment.The rooms are exceptionally equipped. Everything is very clean and furnished with love. Breakfast is prepared with so much effort. There are fruits from our own beautiful garden. The hosts accompanied us into the day at breakfast and gave us great tips for things to do. And the view really tops everything, even at night.Thank you, you made our vacation an unforgettable experience.
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April 2023 by Brandon Burke
Aloha Guest House is a fantastic getaway nestled in the mountains of Captain Cook. My girlfriend and I had the time of our life here and enjoyed the authentic Hawaiian experience. The food, ambiance, and location is incredible. Highly recommend it and we will surely be back.
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March 2023 by Taylor Daiker
Aloha Guest House b&b is a truly magical place! Lee and Svetlana are amazing hosts. We really loved our 3 night stay in the Kohola room - all of the windows made it amazing to watch every sunset and wake up to the sounds of nature was very relaxing. Svetlana makes the best breakfast on the island hands down! The organic fruit right from their property was delicious as well as the coffee ! It was so enjoyable to sit with the hosts and other guests every morning for breakfast and get recommendations for our trip. My husband and I cannot recommend staying here enough. We can’t wait to come back someday! Just make sure you have a high clearance vehicle for the bumpy road up to the b&b and you’re set.
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March 2023 by cheryl lesniak
Wowed by the amazing view each morning, the hospitality was friendly and warm and the breakfasts were out of this world! If you are looking for a one-of-a-kind bed and breakfast this is it! The road getting there is a bumpy ride but we’ll worth it!
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March 2023 by Kaelyn & Alex Kot
We had high expectations based off of the photos and reviews going into our trip, but we were still blown away with our experience here. Svetlana and Lee take hospitality seriously! They refreshed the rooms daily, ate breakfast with us and gave us tips about what to visit during the day, and went above and beyond in so many ways that we can’t possibly capture in this review. If you’re looking to get away from the crowds at the resorts to eat some delicious, fresh fruit and have beautiful views of the ocean and tropical areas on the big island, then this place is for you!
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March 2023 by Emily
Beautiful accommodations, amazing views, spectacular breakfast, friendly and helpful hosts. Take them seriously that you need a 4-wheel-drive vehicle to get there. Totally worth it!
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March 2023 by Anastasia H
Paradise on Earth, not only because of the location or amazing room amenities, but firstly because of beautiful people who run it. Sveta & Lee pour their soul and heart into every day details of their B&B. Recommend to anyone who ever plans to visit Big Island! Also, you will never have better breakfast than here
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March 2023 by George Maverick
Amazing! Loved the place, the view, the food, and most of all the hosts.
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March 2023 by Catherine Boyd
If heaven was a place on earth it truly would be the Aloha Guest House. Lee and Svetlana's place is a tranquil retreat to come back to after a day of exploring the island. Svetlana's breakfasts are by far the best I have had at any accommodation I've stayed at and Lee and Svetlana are great hosts. There's lots to do around the Captain Cook area, but Lee and Svetlana also have some great suggestions for day trips on the island. This was our second visit and we already can't wait to return!
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March 2023 by Nat asha
Best bed&breakfast experience ever! The Aloha guest house is a gem, in a beautiful and quiet spot surrounded by nature. The rooms are stunning, breakfast is amazing with only fresh organic ingredients mainly produced by the farm itself. Lee and Svetlana are such great guests, that provided very helpful reccomendations to explore the Big Island. Don't be afraid of the road, you won't be disappointed when you arrive there. Highly recommended!
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March 2023 by Sarah Raab
What a wonderful find!! We were lucky enough to book a few night at Lee and Svetlana’s incredible guest house. Their hospitality is incredible. Such lovely folks, with a fantastic guest house, in the perfect location away from the heavy tourist areas, close to adventures and the best snorkeling. Lee and Svetlana were so helpful in helping us map out our days and find wonderful adventures. I look forward to returning to stay there again. PS their breakfasts are unreal. The fruits they pick from their orchards are amazing. And Svetlanas cooking is suck a treat.
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March 2022 by Zach Vestal
Simply magical. The bumpy road is worth it. It keeps the resort crowd away! Breakfasts here were the best food we ate on the island. Everything Lee and Svetlana recommended was spot on. We rarely vacation the same place twice, but will be making an exception soon! Beach chairs, snorkel gear, coolers etc. all in great shape and at no extra charge. Can't wait to go back.
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March 2022 by Katy Shaneyfelt
I wish that I could give the Aloha Guest House more than 5 stars! We had an absolutely wonderful four night stay and I already want to go back. Lee and Svetlana are thoughtful hosts and the property is well maintained, rooms are incredibly clean, and there are beautiful views. The breakfasts are incredibly delicious with fresh ingredients and it is a great time to get recommendations on what to do on the island. We enjoyed our evenings out on the lanai drinking wine, playing cards, and watching the sun set.
